Parent Responsiblities

Ensuring
that their child attends school regularly and arrives on time

Being
aware of their child’s work, progress, and problems by reading school
notices, talking to their child about school, reviewing their child’s work
and progress reports, and meeting with school staff.

Maintaining
verbal and/or written contact with their child’s teachers and principal
about the progress of their child’s education.

Adhering
to all school policies and applicable Chancellor’s Regulations that
pertain to their children’s education.

Responding
in a timely manner to communications from their child’s school.

Attending
all meetings and conferences requested by the school that pertain to their
child.

Entering
the school building in a respectful manner, refraining from disruptive
behavior and treating all members of the school community with courtesy
and respect.

Ensuring
that the school is updated with accurate contact information (e.g., home
address, telephone number).

PARENTS SHOULD ALSO:

Provide
a supportive home setting where education is a priority.

Reinforce
the importance of acquiring the knowledge, skills and values needed to
function effectively in society.

Volunteer
time, skills, or resources in the school.

Take
part in school and community programs that empower parents to participate
in educational decision-making.

Become
active members of the school’s Parent Association or Parent-Teacher
Association.

Become
active members of the Title I parent committee, where applicable.

Question
their child about schoolwork, attendance, and behavior and discuss what the
school expects.

Teach
their child to respect the property, safety, and rights of others and the
importance of refraining from intimidating, harassing or discriminatory
behavior.